Inspection Reports for
Willow Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community
22424 Charlene Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546, United States, CA, 94546
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 5 years)
Deficiencies (over 5 years)
0.2 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
95% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Occupancy
Latest occupancy rate
76% occupied
Based on a August 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a decline in demand based on occupancy rates.
Occupancy rate over time
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 37
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Aug 27, 2025
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced 1-Year Annual Required inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements at the Willow Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Center.
Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies. The facility was toured, records reviewed, and safety equipment checked, all of which were in compliance with regulations.
Report Facts
Residents records reviewed: 6
Staff records reviewed: 6
Resident medications reviewed: 6
Fire extinguisher last serviced: May 5, 2025
Emergency disaster plan last posted: Jan 1, 2025
Emergency disaster drill last conducted: Jul 7, 2025
Hallway temperature: 71
Hot water temperature: 106
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Carson | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Ardalan Gharachorloo | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection visit |
| Yvonne Flores-Larios | Licensing Program Manager | Named as Licensing Program Manager on report |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 30
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: May 16, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations that a resident sustained an unexplained injury while in care and that facility staff did not seek medical attention for residents in care.
Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there was not enough evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred. The resident was assessed, no additional injuries or signs of distress were found, and the care plan was adjusted accordingly.
Findings
The investigation found that the resident had a small bruise likely caused by accidental contact or the resident's own fingernails, and that the resident received proper medical evaluation. The allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 49
Resident census: 30
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Carson | VP of Operations | Met with Licensing Program Analysts during the investigation |
| Ardalan Gharachorloo | Licensing Evaluator | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Greg Clark | Licensing Program Analyst | Assisted in conducting the complaint investigation |
| Yvonne Flores-Larios | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing the investigation |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 39
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Aug 1, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced 1-Year Annual Required inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst toured the facility, reviewed staff and resident records, and inspected safety and emergency equipment. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Report Facts
Staff records reviewed: 5
Resident records reviewed: 6
Resident medications reviewed: 6
Fire extinguisher last serviced: Mar 20, 2024
Emergency disaster plan last posted: Jan 12, 2024
Emergency disaster drill last conducted: Jun 13, 2024
Hot water temperature: 111.5
Hallway temperature: 70
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Carson | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Ardalan Gharachorloo | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection |
| Yvonne Flores-Larios | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing the inspection |
Inspection Report
Census: 34
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Feb 15, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced case management visit was conducted to clarify and gather information regarding an incident report received on 2024-02-06 involving a resident's hospitalization.
Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed the resident's medical records and interviewed staff regarding the incident. The resident was hospitalized due to a health decline but returned with medication and diet changes. No deficiencies were issued during the visit.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Carson | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit and involved in incident discussion. |
| Kelly Nguyen | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the unannounced case management visit. |
Inspection Report
Annual Inspection
Census: 34
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 29, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced required 1-year inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with licensing regulations at the facility.
Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies. Facility conditions, medication storage, safety equipment, and staff records were all in compliance with regulations.
Report Facts
Staff records reviewed: 5
Resident records reviewed: 5
Resident medications reviewed: 5
Hot water temperature hallway bathroom: 111.4
Hot water temperature resident room #7: 107.7
Freezer temperature: 0
Refrigerator temperature: 40
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kelly Nguyen | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the inspection and documented findings |
| Rohini Chand | Resident Coordinator | Met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 29
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Nov 9, 2022
Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Infection Control Inspection conducted as part of the required 1-year routine inspection.
Findings
The facility was found to have adequate infection control measures including proper PPE use, sufficient food supply, posted visitor policies, and routine screening records. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Report Facts
Staff records reviewed: 5
Staff records with TB test on file: 5
Food supply duration: 2
Food supply duration: 7
PPE supply duration: 30
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Teresa Truong | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Kelly Nguyen | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the Infection Control Inspection |
| Bennett Fong | Supervisor | Supervisor overseeing the inspection |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 28
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted due to an allegation that the facility failed to properly dispense a medication resulting in a questionable death.
Complaint Details
The complaint was received on 2021-01-26 alleging improper medication dispensing resulting in a questionable death. The allegation was unsubstantiated based on the evidence gathered.
Findings
The investigation included interviews with staff, hospice nurses, clients, and a doctor, as well as review of medical records. The allegation was found to be unsubstantiated as the resident's health was declining prior to the medication error and the death certificate listed Alzheimer's disease as the cause of death.
Report Facts
Capacity: 49
Census: 28
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Clancy-Czuleger | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings |
| Teresa Truong | Administrator | Met with the Licensing Program Analyst during the investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 29
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Oct 12, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit triggered by an allegation that the facility failed to allow indoor compassion care visits.
Complaint Details
The complaint was received on 01/26/2021 alleging failure to allow indoor compassion care visits. The allegation was substantiated based on interviews and record reviews. The facility did not allow visitation despite guidelines issued in October 2020 for end of life visitation.
Findings
The allegation was substantiated as the facility refused to allow indoor compassion care visits despite being aware of state guidelines allowing end of life visitation. The Administrator confirmed no visitation had been allowed since March 2020, which posed a potential risk to resident health and safety.
Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to allow visitors to visit privately during reasonable hours and without prior notice, violating Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities.
Report Facts
Capacity: 49
Census: 29
Plan of Correction Due Date: Nov 2, 2022
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jill Clancy-Czuleger | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the complaint investigation and authored the report |
| Teresa Truong | Administrator | Facility Administrator who confirmed visitation policies and was interviewed during the investigation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 33
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Jul 1, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that facility staff lacked proper understanding of medication procedures.
Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that facility staff lacked proper understanding of medication procedures. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found that all reviewed staff training records were current and staff demonstrated proper medication procedures. There was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegation, resulting in an unsubstantiated finding.
Report Facts
Staff training records reviewed: 6
Staff interviewed: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kelly Nguyen | Licensing Evaluator | Conducted the complaint investigation |
| Elizabeth M Carson | Administrator | Facility administrator contacted by phone during investigation |
| Rohini Chand | Resident Coordinator | Met with Licensing Program Analysts during investigation |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 37
Capacity: 49
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 14, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced infection control inspection conducted as a required one-year visit to assess compliance with COVID-19 mitigation and infection control protocols.
Findings
The facility was found to have adequate COVID-19 signage, hand washing stations, PPE, and supplies. Screening questions were maintained for all staff, residents, and visitors, and commonly touched surfaces were disinfected 2-3 times daily. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Report Facts
Capacity: 49
Census: 37
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth M Carson | Administrator | Facility administrator named in report header |
| Teresa Truong | Administrator | Met with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection |
| Allison O'Hollaren | Licensing Program Analyst | Conducted the infection control inspection |
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