Inspection Reports for Timber Ridge at McKinleyville
1400 Nursery Way, McKinleyville, CA 95519, United States, CA, 95519
Back to Facility ProfileInspection Report Summary
Most inspections found no deficiencies, and several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, indicating the facility generally meets regulatory standards. The most recent report from July 22, 2025, was clean with no deficiencies noted, showing continued compliance. Earlier investigations found some substantiated issues related to medication management and resident care, including medication errors and failure to document timely medical attention, which posed immediate health risks. There was also a substantiated personal rights violation involving staff searching a resident’s belongings without permission, resulting in staff termination. The facility appears to have improved over time, with recent annual inspections free of deficiencies and no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports.
Deficiencies per Year
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Census Over Time
Census
Capacity
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 66
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 22, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required-1 Year annual inspection to evaluate the health and safety compliance of the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies or citations were observed or issued during the inspection. The facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and compliant with health, safety, and licensing requirements. Resident and staff files contained required documentation, and emergency preparedness measures were in place.
Report Facts
Hospice waiver residents: 11
Resident files reviewed: 10
Staff files reviewed: 7
Food supply duration: 7
Food supply duration: 2
Emergency self-sufficiency duration: 72
Correction submission timeframe: 30
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Administrator | Named as facility administrator with current certificate |
| Valli Lunsford | Front Desk Manager | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Kimberley Mota | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
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Complaint Investigation
Census: 69
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
May 12, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to allegations received on 2025-05-08 regarding staff allowing residents to be soiled, lack of privacy during showering, staff behavior posing risks, and staff stealing from residents.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegations after reviewing records and interviewing residents and staff. The allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated as no evidence was found to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 69
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Jennifer Hall | Administrator | Met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation |
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Complaint Investigation
Census: 69
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
May 12, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced investigation was conducted in response to a complaint received on 2025-04-22 regarding alleged violations of residents' personal rights at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation that residents' personal rights were violated. Staff response times to pendant calls averaged 5 minutes or less, and interviews did not support claims that staff removed or restricted access to residents' pendants. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged violations of personal rights. The investigation was unannounced and included record reviews and staff interviews. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 69
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Jennifer Hall | Facility representative met during investigation | |
| David Uballez | Administrator | Facility administrator named in report header |
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Complaint Investigation
Census: 65
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Apr 28, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced investigation was conducted in response to a complaint alleging sexual abuse at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation of sexual abuse. Interviews and record reviews indicated the allegation was unsubstantiated, with no indication of injury or abuse found.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged sexual abuse. The investigation was unsubstantiated as no evidence was found to support the allegation.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation. |
| Jennifer Hall | Facility representative met during investigation. | |
| David Uballez | Administrator | Named as facility administrator. |
| Kimberley Mota | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report. |
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Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Dec 24, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that staff mismanaged a resident's medications.
Findings
The investigation found that a medication technician gave medication from the wrong resident's package but corrected the error by transferring the correct medication and securing the package. The technician was removed from medication duties for not following facility policies. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged staff mismanaged resident's medications. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated after investigation.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 108
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
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Complaint Investigation
Census: 73
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 1
Oct 9, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted due to an allegation that staff mismanaged a resident's medication.
Findings
The investigation found evidence that staff gave a resident more medication than prescribed and made errors by removing more medication from bubble packs than needed, then attempting to reseal them with tape. No medication was misplaced or missing. The allegation was substantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on evidence that staff mismanaged resident medication by giving more than prescribed and mishandling medication bubble packs.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Licensee did not ensure resident received medications as ordered, posing an immediate health risk to persons in care. | Type A |
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 73
Deficiencies cited: 1
Plan of Correction Due Date: Oct 10, 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and discussed findings |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
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Complaint Investigation
Census: 80
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 1
Aug 20, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted based on a complaint received on 2024-06-25 alleging the facility failed to meet residents' care needs and failed to seek timely medical attention.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to document care provided to a resident with a skin tear injury and did not ensure timely medical attention, resulting in an immediate health risk. The allegation was substantiated based on the preponderance of evidence.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated regarding failure to meet resident's care needs and failure to seek timely medical attention. The resident (R1) suffered a skin tear on 06/17/2024, and care documentation and physician notification were lacking. On 06/22/2024, the resident's injury worsened, requiring emergency personnel and hospital admission.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Licensee did not ensure residents' medical needs were met, posing an immediate health risk to residents in care. | Type A |
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 80
Deficiencies cited: 1
Plan of Correction Due Date: Aug 21, 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and discussed findings |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Oversaw the complaint investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 73
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 17, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced Required-1 Year annual inspection to evaluate compliance and licensing requirements at the facility.
Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the inspection, and no citations were issued. Resident and staff files were reviewed and found to be current and compliant with required documentation and training.
Report Facts
Resident files reviewed: 10
Staff files reviewed: 10
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 73
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 2, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Required-1 Year inspection to evaluate the health and safety conditions of the facility and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Findings
No immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. The facility was clean, well-maintained, and properly equipped with required safety devices and supplies. No citations were issued during the visit.
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 73
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 78
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 1
Dec 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted due to a report of medication bubble packs being tampered with, specifically involving substitution of Oxycodone 5mg with Quetiapine in medication cards for multiple residents.
Findings
The investigation found that medication cards for 10 residents were tampered with, with Oxycodone replaced by Quetiapine. Additionally, a medication cart was found unsecured and unattended with medication present, posing an immediate risk to residents.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved tampering with medication bubble packs where Oxycodone 5mg was replaced with Quetiapine. The incident is under investigation by the Humboldt County Sheriff's Department.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Centrally stored medication was unsecured with no staff supervision, posing an immediate risk to residents in care. | Type A |
Report Facts
Residents with tampered medication cards: 10
Residents present during observation of unsecured medication cart: 16
Plan of Correction due date: Jan 22, 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the case management visit and authored the report |
| Larona Farnum | Facility staff met during the visit and reviewed the report findings | |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Supervisor named in the report and responsible for oversight |
Inspection Report
Census: 81
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 31, 2023
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced case management visit conducted in response to two unexpected deaths that occurred at the facility.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed records and found that the facility had updated care plans and conducted safety checks for one resident who declined and later was found unresponsive. The facility appropriately contacted emergency personnel and made all required notifications. No citations were issued during this visit.
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the case management visit and involved in review of records related to unexpected resident deaths. |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced case management visit and reviewed facility records. |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on the report. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 1
Aug 3, 2023
Visit Reason
Unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received on 07/20/2023 regarding staff entering a resident's room and searching through personal belongings.
Findings
Investigation found that a staff member searched through a resident's belongings without permission, substantiating the allegation. The resident's family did not find anything missing, and the staff member was terminated following an internal investigation.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on interviews and video evidence showing staff searched resident's belongings without permission. The facility conducted an internal investigation resulting in termination of the staff member.
Severity Breakdown
Type A: 1
Deficiencies (1)
| Description | Severity |
|---|---|
| Failure to ensure resident was granted privacy in their belongings, posing an immediate personal rights risk to residents in care. | Type A |
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and discussed findings |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and authored the report |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on the report |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 78
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 1
Jun 6, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations at the senior care facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and compliant with safety and food storage regulations. However, 6 of 7 staff records lacked documentation of required training hours, posing a potential health and safety risk.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Licensee did not comply with training requirements in 6 of 7 staff records; records did not indicate staff received the required number of training hours including dementia care and other specified training. |
Report Facts
Staff records non-compliance: 6
Staff records reviewed: 7
Resident records reviewed: 5
Census: 78
Total capacity: 108
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and discussed training requirements |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection and authored the report |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Supervisor overseeing the inspection |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 75
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 21, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to allegations that facility staff were not answering phones in a timely manner and that the facility did not communicate to authorized representatives about changes in resident medical conditions.
Findings
The investigation found that phone calls after hours are handled by medication technicians, caregivers, or managers on duty, with voicemail as a backup. Responsible parties are notified immediately in emergencies and as needed for minor changes. There was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegations, and no citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 75
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 76
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 31, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted in response to an allegation that the facility was not following appropriate COVID protocols.
Findings
The investigation found no supporting evidence to substantiate the allegation. Staff were instructed to stay home if ill, and interviews with all staff present did not support the complaint. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated and no citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 76
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| David Uballez | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Aug 4, 2022
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted following allegations received on 06/30/2022 regarding inadequate staffing, personal rights violations, and medication administration issues at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to substantiate the allegations. Staffing levels and training were adequate, residents' needs were met, and medication was administered as prescribed. No citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence proving the alleged violations occurred.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 108
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Oversaw the complaint investigation |
| David Uballez | Facility Administrator met during investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 72
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
May 26, 2022
Visit Reason
Unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received on 2022-04-05 regarding allegations of unexplained resident injury, failure to report injury, and rough handling by staff.
Findings
The investigation found that the resident's injury was due to a witnessed fall and was properly reported with an unusual incident report. There was no evidence supporting rough handling by staff. The allegations were unsubstantiated and no citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
Report Facts
Complaint Control Number: 21
Capacity: 108
Census: 72
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Larona Farnum | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 72
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
May 26, 2022
Visit Reason
Unannounced annual required infection control inspection focusing on the Infection Control procedures and practices of the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, with proper temperature and unobstructed exits. Infection control measures including PPE supplies, Covid Mitigation plan approval, and medication security were in place. No deficiencies or citations were found during the inspection.
Report Facts
Medication supply: 30
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Larona Farnum | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection. |
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the annual infection control inspection. |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report header. |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 64
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 16, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required inspection was conducted focusing on the Infection Control procedures and practices of the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be clean, with all safety equipment operational and food storage compliant. PPE supplies and COVID mitigation plans were in place. No deficiencies or citations were found during the inspection.
Report Facts
Medication supply: 30
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Barbara Beck | Director of Care Services | Met with Licensing Program Analysts during inspection |
| Shannan Hansen | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 75
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Apr 16, 2021
Visit Reason
Unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted due to allegations that facility staff did not safeguard resident's personal property and did not prevent residents from engaging in a physical altercation.
Findings
Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility followed regulations regarding resident property and prevention of resident assaults. There was no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations, which were therefore deemed unsubstantiated. No citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there was not sufficient evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur.
Report Facts
Capacity: 108
Census: 75
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Larona Farnum | Executive Director | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named in report as Licensing Program Manager |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 108
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 4, 2021
Visit Reason
This visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted due to allegations that staff were not seeking proper medical attention for residents and were mishandling residents' medications.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility conducts assessments for residents who suffer injuries or report feeling unwell, follows emergency protocols, and staff adhere to physician orders and document correctly. The allegations were unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence, and no citations were issued.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated. Allegations included failure to seek proper medical attention and mishandling of medications, but evidence did not prove violations occurred.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 108
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arnhold | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Larona Farnum | Executive Director met with during the investigation | |
| David Uballez | Administrator | Facility administrator named in the report |
| Bethany Moellers | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on the report |
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