374600619-3-23-2023-08-AS-LTEZ-CQFTPG-20230331145418

Community Care Licensing

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 374600619
Report Date: 03/23/2023
Date Signed: 03/23/2023 03:30:09 PM

Unsubstantiated

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SO. CAL AC/SC, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR. #109
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
11/02/2022 and conducted by Evaluator Nacole Patterson

PUBLIC

COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 08-AS-20221102090540

FACILITY NAME:	LEICHTAG FAMILY ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE		FACILITY NUMBER:	374600619
ADMINISTRATOR:	CARL MEASER		FACILITY TYPE:	740
ADDRESS:	211 SAXONY ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(760) 632-0081
CITY:	ENCINITAS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92024
CAPACITY:	77	CENSUS: 24	DATE:	03/23/2023
		UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:40 PM
MET WITH:	Cynthia Cranmore, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	03:40 PM

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Staff did not treat resident(s) with dignity.
Staff did not meet resident(s) incontinence needs.
Staff did not meet resident(s) needs.

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nacole Patterson conducted an unannounced complaint visit to the facility to deliver findings for the above allegations. LPA introduced herself and disclosed the purpose of the visit to Cynthia Cranmore, Director.

On 11/2/2022 it was alleged that facility staff did not treat residents with dignity, did not meet residents’ incontinence needs, and did not meet residents' basic needs. The Department’s investigation consisted of unannounced facility tours, review of facility records, resident interviews, staff interviews, outside agency interviews, and LPA direct observations.

Regarding the first allegation, ‘Staff did not treat resident(s) with dignity’. Direct observation by LPA as well as outside source interviews, resident interviews, staff interviews, and records review, did not show that the facility staff were not meeting the identified expectations put forth by the facility regarding the personal rights of every resident to be treated with dignity and respect.
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Unsubstantiated

Estimated Days of Completion:

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lizzette Tellez	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2351
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nacole Patterson	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2301
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/23/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Control Number 08-AS-20221102090540

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SO. CAL AC/SC, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR. #109
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: LEICHTAG FAMILY ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE	FACILITY NUMBER: 374600619
	VISIT DATE: 03/23/2023

NARRATIVE

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Residents interviewed confirmed that facility staff were nice and interacted with them in a positive and respectful manner. Staff interviews indicated that residents are treated with positive regard and that staff exhibit patience and enjoy spending time with them. Outside source interviews and witness interviews showed that staff were observed treating residents with respect and in a positive manner.

A review of facility records showed that staff complete a series of onboarding and continuous training that reinforces the basic rights of residents and how to interact with residents based on their developmental needs. Staff also agree to community standards which outline specific characteristics of acceptable and expected behavior, which are reinforced by documented performance reviews.

During 4 unannounced facility visits LPA observed staff to be engaging with residents in a positive and respectful manner. LPA did not observe any resident reacting to any staff member in a way that would indicate a negative or unpleasant dynamic. LPA observed a poster of staff expectations which address the positive treatment of others to be in a visible location for staff to view regularly.

Regarding the second allegation, ‘Staff did not meet resident(s) incontinence needs. Direct observation by LPA as well as outside source interviews, resident interviews, staff interviews, and records review, did not demonstrate that staff are not meeting the incontinence care needs of residents.

Resident interviews confirmed that facility staff assist them regularly and timely with their toileting needs. Staff interviews showed that staff are aware of and meet the expectation for residents to be toileted every 1-2 hours, depending on their care plan and individual needs. Outside source interviews and witness interviews showed that there were no concerns regarding staff adhering to the toileting expectations and incontinence needs for residents.

Review of facility records showed that staff complete training regarding incontinence care for residents during onboarding and through continuing education. Staff document residents’ abnormal continence patterns, which are reviewed and addressed accordingly by management, based on individual needs.

During 4 unannounced facility visits LPA directly observed all residents to be groomed with clean clothing, free from debris. LPA did not observe any odors indicating that incontinence care was not being adhered to. During each visit LPA observed multiple residents being assisted with their toileting needs.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lizzette Tellez	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2351
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nacole Patterson	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2301
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/23/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2023

LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Control Number 08-AS-20221102090540

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SO. CAL AC/SC, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR. #109
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: LEICHTAG FAMILY ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE	FACILITY NUMBER: 374600619
	VISIT DATE: 03/23/2023

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Regarding the third allegation, ‘Staff did not meet resident(s) needs'. Direct observation by LPA as well as outside source interviews, resident interviews, staff interviews, and records review, did not support the claim that facility staff were not meeting the basic needs of residents.

Resident interviews confirmed that facility staff assist them regularly and timely with their basic care needs and assist them when they request help. Residents stated staff help them with everything they need, including during the night. Interviews with 7 staff revealed that residents are being helped by staff with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) such as ambulating, eating, showering, toileting, and dressing. Outside source interviews and witness interviews showed that staff were meeting residents’ basic needs according to their care plans and when requested.

Review of facility records showed that staff complete training regarding meeting the basic needs of residents during onboarding and through continuing education. The facility has systems in place for resident needs to be met, and for staff to hold each other accountable by directly addressing issues with other staff members, or notifying management. Staff meeting expectations regarding residents’ basic needs is reinforced by documented performance reviews.

During 4 unannounced facility visits, LPA directly observed staff walking around engaging with residents, assisting with ADLs, and instructing group activities. LPA directly observed residents asking staff members for assistance and receiving help immediately or within minutes of the request. If a staff member was unable to assist a resident in the moment, LPA observed the staff member communicate the delay to the resident and return to help or call for another caregiver to assist. LPA observed residents being assisted by staff with ambulation, toileting and eating.

Based on interviews, direct LPA observations and records review, a preponderance of evidence does not exist to prove that the alleged violation(s) occurred, therefore the allegations are therefore UNSUBSTANTIATED. An exit interview was conducted with Cynthia Cranmore, Director, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 01/16) were provided.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lizzette Tellez	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2351
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Nacole Patterson	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2301
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/23/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2023

LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)

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