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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197608239
Report Date: 08/01/2024
Date Signed: 08/02/2024 08:04:20 AM


Document Has Been Signed on 08/02/2024 08:04 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO ASC, 400 CONTINENTAL BLVD, STE 340
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245



FACILITY NAME:SWEET LIFE GUEST HOMEFACILITY NUMBER:
197608239
ADMINISTRATOR:JERELYN TAPORCOFACILITY TYPE:
740
ADDRESS:1461 WOODBURY DRIVETELEPHONE:
(424) 263-4255
CITY:HARBOR CITYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90710
CAPACITY:6CENSUS: 6DATE:
08/01/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:33 AM
MET WITH:ADMINISTRATOR JERELYN TAPORCOTIME COMPLETED:
03:00 PM
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On 08/01/2024 at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst LPA) Jose Calderon conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the Sweet Life Guest Home Facility. LPA Calderon was allowed entry into the facility by Staff Stephen Adonay. Staff Stephen Adonay asked infection control questions and took LPA Calderon temperature prior to entrance into the facility. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) elderly residents ages 60 and above of which five (5) can be non-ambulatory, one (1) can be bedridden and one (1) can be on hospice care. Currently, there are six (6) residents residing in the facility 60 and above.

LPA Calderon explained to Staff Stephen Adonay, the purpose of the one-year Annual Inspection visit, and escorted LPA Calderon on a tour of the entire inside and outside facility grounds. As part of the inspection, LPA Calderon reviewed: Six (6) client service records, six (6) client medication records, two (2) staff records, and inspected the inside facility and outside grounds. LPA Calderon interviewed six (6) clients and two (2) staff members for visit. The facilities’ last fire drill was conducted on 07/02/2024. The one-story residential home consists of four (4) client bedrooms, two (2) client bathrooms, living room, family room, dining room, kitchen, staff room, office area, attached garage with washer and dryer/ storage area, backyard with table and chairs. No weapons are stored in the premises. Kitchen was inspected and observed to be clean and operational. A two-day supply perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable foods are present in the facility. Emergency Water Storage is in the garage and kitchen area.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ulysses CoronelTELEPHONE: (323) 400-7397
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jose CalderonTELEPHONE: (323) 213-1153
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/01/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO ASC, 400 CONTINENTAL BLVD, STE 340
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: SWEET LIFE GUEST HOME
FACILITY NUMBER: 197608239
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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During the visit, LPA observed the facility infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and clients, sanitizing stations (Located in common areas and restrooms). LPA observed staff and clients were wearing face coverings. LPA observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

LPA Calderon advised the Administrator Jerelyn Taporco to continuously monitor the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website and Community Care Likening Provider Informational Notices (PIN) for any updates relating to COVID-19 guidance.

According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA Calderon did not observe deficiencies therefore no citations were issued at this time. Annual Licensing Fee is CURRENT. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Administrator Jerelyn Taporco.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ulysses CoronelTELEPHONE: (323) 400-7397
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jose CalderonTELEPHONE: (323) 213-1153
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO ASC, 400 CONTINENTAL BLVD, STE 340
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: SWEET LIFE GUEST HOME
FACILITY NUMBER: 197608239
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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LPA Calderon observed that all facility rooms are clean and in good repair. A comfortable temperature was observed, and the facility has central air and heating. LPA Calderon observed the following during inspection of client’s rooms: mattresses are in good condition, adequate lighting present, plenty of dresser/closet space is present, and all bed linens present. All bedrooms contain furniture, lighting fixtures and personal storage space as required, all beds have the required amount of linen and mattress covers, LPA Calderon observed fully stocked closet with bedding, towels, and toiletries supplies. Bathroom fixtures are clean, in good repair, and working properly and contain the required nonskid mats and grab bars. LPA Calderon observed bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation. Bathroom #1 hot water temperature properly measured at 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Bathroom #2 hot water temperature properly measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen hot water temperature properly measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility five (5) Carbon Monoxide and five (5) Smoke Detectors hard wired and connected were tested and are working properly. The facility one (1) Fire Extinguishers was checked and found to be fully charged and accessible. All exit doors in the facility have alarm systems. All toxins and knifes are locked/secured and inaccessible to clients. Medications are centrally stored and in a locked storage cabinet. Facility one (1) first aid kit is fully stocked with manuals was checked and in order. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. All Exits/ Walkways around the home were free of debris and hazards. Outside patio accessible to clients. Six (6) client files were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA Calderon reviewed six (6) resident medications and they were all found to be administered according to doctor's orders. Two (2) staff files were checked and have the required documents. LPA Calderon noted the Administrator Robin Taporco Certification # 6007472740 expiration date of 11/10/2025 was valid at time of visit. The facility does NOT handle client's money/cash resources and a Surety bond is not needed. Commercial General Liability Policy #PCI9359186302 policy period from 05/21/2024 to 05/21/2025 underwritten by Primary Care Insurance Company, coverage 1,000,000/3,000,000 is valid at time of inspection. Administrator Jerelyn Taporco to email LPA Calderon a full copy of the commercial insurance policy including all endorsements no later than 08/10/2024. All the required documents are posted in the facility in a clearly visible area.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ulysses CoronelTELEPHONE: (323) 400-7397
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jose CalderonTELEPHONE: (323) 213-1153
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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