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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith conducted an unannounced Case Management visit to the facility today with the purposes of conducting a health and safety check. The LPA met with staff Lewis Ellaso and Editha Lagrosa and explained the reason for the visit. There were two staff and five residents present. The LPA spoke with House Manager Robin Aquino over the phone and explained the reason for the visit.
On September 8, 2021 the Department accepted the Notice of Defense, resulting in the Default Decision and Order effective October 29, 2021, to be set aside and vacated. The matter raised in the accusation will be heard in an administrative hearing as a part of the due process. On September 9, 2021, the family members of all six residents were informed of the Order Granting Motion to Set Aside and Vacate Default Decision and Order. The administrative hearing process and the possible outcomes were explained to the families. Since the Decision and Order is vacated, the facility will not be closing on October 29, 2021 and new admissions are allowed.
During today’s visit, a physical plant tour was conducted. At 9:40 a.m., the LPA observed that the fire extinguishers were last serviced 11/08/2019. At 9:42 a.m., the LPA observed that the private caregiver bathroom was accessible; as a result, the LPA observed accessible Lysol disinfectant spray, personal hygiene items, razors, and other personal care items. At 9:43 a.m., the LPA observed A+D ointment accessible in Room #3. At 9:44 a.m., the LPA observed accessible A+D ointment in the shared resident restroom. At 9:45 a.m., the LPA observed razors accessible in the shared resident restroom.
Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the CA Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies were cited (refer to LIC 809-D):
Exit interview conducted. Today's reports and appeal rights were reviewed and emailed to Ms. Aquino. Ms. Aquino stated that staff Lewis Ellaso is authorized to review and sign reports. |