Inspection Reports for Vineyard Ranch at Temecula

27350 Nicolas Rd, Temecula, CA 92591, United States, CA, 92591

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Inspection Report Summary

Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the most recent report on July 15, 2025, which showed the facility ready for a capacity increase with no health or safety issues. Earlier complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for one in October 2022 where a staff member was found to have been rough with a resident, resulting in a substantiated complaint and a cited deficiency related to resident rights. No fines, license suspensions, or severe enforcement actions were noted in the available reports. The facility demonstrated consistent compliance with key areas such as infection control, medication security, fire safety, and resident care over time. The overall record shows improvement and stability, with recent inspections free of deficiencies.

Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies (over 4 years) 0.3 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

93% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2022
2023
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 92% occupied

Based on a July 2025 inspection.

Census over time

80 85 90 95 100 105 Apr 2022 Nov 2022 Mar 2024 Jul 2025

Inspection Report

Census: 90 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 15, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced case management visit conducted due to a capacity increase request submitted by the licensee.

Findings
The facility was found ready for the capacity increase with sufficient liveable space and no health or safety issues observed. Fire safety clearances were granted for both the memory care and assisted living buildings. A new license reflecting the approved capacity increase will be mailed to the facility.

Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 98 Current census: 90 Bedridden capacity: 10 Fire clearance capacity memory care: 48 Bedridden capacity memory care: 5 Fire clearance capacity assisted living: 90 Bedridden capacity assisted living: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kelley LaraAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit
Janette RomeroLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management visit
Anthony PerezLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

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Annual Inspection
Census: 89 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 28, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced required annual inspection conducted by Licensing Program Analyst Janette Romero to assess compliance with licensing requirements for the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all observed requirements, including safe food storage, fire safety systems, medication security, and unobstructed passageways. No issues or concerns were observed during the visit.

Report Facts
Hospice residents receiving services: 8 Hospice waiver capacity: 26

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kelley LaraAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and was informed of the visit purpose
Janette RomeroLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection visit
Tricia DanielsonLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report

Inspection Report

Annual Inspection
Census: 92 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 11, 2024

Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted for a required annual inspection of the facility.

Findings
The inspection found the facility to be in compliance with all regulations, including fire safety, medication security, food storage, and resident care. No issues or concerns were observed during the visit.

Report Facts
Perishable food supply (days): 2 Nonperishable food supply (days): 7 Hospice waiver residents: 26 Bedridden residents allowed: 10

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Janette RomeroLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit
Kelley LaraAdministratorFacility administrator met during the inspection

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Annual Inspection
Census: 93 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 7, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required visit was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all licensing requirements, including infection control, physical plant conditions, food service, care and supervision, staff training, medication management, and disaster preparedness. No deficiencies were issued at the time of the visit.

Report Facts
Staff files reviewed: 5 Resident files reviewed: 5 Disaster drill date: Feb 2, 2023 Hot water temperature: 111.2 Non-ambulatory capacity: 88 Bedridden capacity: 10 Staff on guardian roster: 1 Staff not on guardian roster: 4 Staff associated with old facility number: 3 Staff associated with current facility number: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kurt KnauerAdministratorMet during inspection and named in report
Janira ArreolaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Joel EsquivelLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 89 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 16, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted to investigate a complaint received on 07/20/2022 alleging that a resident sustained multiple injuries while in care and that the resident was not receiving assistance when using the restroom.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation was unsubstantiated based on interviews with staff, a confidential witness, and review of resident records. The resident admitted to not pressing the call pendant which led to the fall and injuries. The resident is able to care for own bathroom needs and did not receive assistance by choice.
Findings
The investigation found that the resident sustained multiple injuries due to a fall caused by not pressing the call pendant for help, and that the resident prefers to be independent and does not ask for assistance when using the restroom. Based on interviews and record reviews, there was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegations, and the complaint was unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Capacity: 98 Census: 89

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kurt KnauerExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during investigation and named in report
Chinwe NwogeneLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Deborah MullenLicensing Program ManagerNamed in report as Licensing Program Manager

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 88 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Oct 28, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging that a facility staff member was physically abusive toward a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleging physical abuse by a facility staff member was substantiated based on evidence gathered during the investigation.
Findings
The investigation found that a PM caregiver was rough when providing care, including forcefully pulling a resident's arm causing a skin tear. The caregiver denied the abuse, but the Executive Director acknowledged prior reports and reprimands. The allegation was substantiated based on interviews and file review.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to comply with Personal Rights of Residents regulations by allowing the PM caregiver to be rough when providing care, posing an immediate health, safety, or personal rights risk.
Report Facts
Capacity: 98 Census: 88 Plan of Correction Due Date: Nov 7, 2022

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kurt KnauerExecutive DirectorAcknowledged reports of rough care by PM caregiver and was met during the investigation
Chinwe NwogeneLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Kelley LaraBusiness Office ManagerMet during the investigation and received the report

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Annual Inspection
Census: 89 Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 22, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual required licensing inspection was conducted to evaluate the facility's compliance with infection control practices.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with infection control practices as outlined in its COVID-19 Mitigation Plan (LIC 808). No deficiencies were cited during the inspection.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kurt KnauerExecutive DirectorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection and received the report.
Javina GeorgeLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and authored the report.
Joel EsquivelLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager.

Inspection Report

Original Licensing
Capacity: 98 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 5, 2022

Visit Reason
Initial licensing evaluation of the facility Vineyard Ranch at Temecula to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and confirm understanding of Title 22 regulations.

Findings
The applicant and administrator successfully completed Component II via telephone call, demonstrating understanding of facility operation, staff qualifications, program policies, and application document requirements. No deficiencies or violations were noted in the report.

Report Facts
Capacity: 98

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kurt KnauerAdministratorApplicant/administrator who participated in COMP II and was verified by photo ID
Rick JensenParticipant in COMP II telephone call with the analyst
Mirella QuarantaLicensing Program ManagerNamed as Licensing Program Manager on the report
Stefania FontenoLicensing Program AnalystNamed as Licensing Program Analyst who signed the report

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