An application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by the Department on February 17, 2026, for a capacity of five non-ambulatory residents, including one bedridden resident. Fire clearance was approved by the Orange County Fire Authority on March 6, 2026.

The facility is a single-story home consisting of six resident bedrooms, three and one-half bathrooms, a living room, kitchen, dining area, and an attached garage. An exit gate located on the left side of the home was observed to be self-latching and secure. A shaded seating area is available in the backyard for resident use. The Administrator stated there are plans to establish a gardening area for residents. No safety hazards or obstructions were observed during the inspection. Recreational materials, including coloring books, games, and puzzles, were available for resident use.

Required postings, including Resident Rights, and Emergency Disaster Plan, were displayed in the front entry area. The "See Something, Say Something" (PUB 475) poster and Ombudsman information were also prominently posted. The Administrator's Certificate was posted and visible.

Resident bedrooms were appropriately furnished and equipped with functioning door alert systems. Beds contained adequate linens and blankets, and an ample supply of linens and towels was available. Smoke

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• Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

• Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

Toxic substances were secured and locked beneath the kitchen sink and in the garage. Medications will be stored in a locked closet in the kitchen area. A fully stocked first aid kit and first aid manual were observed in the locked closet, where resident and facility records will also be securely maintained. A working telephone was observed in the living room. The facility also maintains a computer station to allow residents to communicate with family members.

An adequate supply of perishable and nonperishable food was observed. Appliances, including the stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, washer, and dryer, were operational. Sharp objects were stored in a locked kitchen drawer. LPA observed that the activity calendar and menu were posted in the kitchen. Emergency food, water, and additional disaster supplies were adequately stocked in the garage. The fire extinguisher located near the kitchen was fully charged.

Based on observations made during today's inspection, the facility appears ready for licensure. LPA conducted the Component III Orientation with Administrator Christina Dilan and advised that final approval of the application will be issued by the Centralized Applications Bureau in Sacramento.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator.