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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 374601232
Report Date: 04/29/2026
Date Signed: 04/29/2026 02:26:55 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO RO, 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
03/24/2026 and conducted by Evaluator Ramon Serrano
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 08-AS-20260324153756
FACILITY NAME:JOY'S HOMECAREFACILITY NUMBER:
374601232
ADMINISTRATOR:LIGAYA SANDERSFACILITY TYPE:
735
ADDRESS:1406 I AVENUETELEPHONE:
(619) 474-0198
CITY:NATIONAL CITYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91950
CAPACITY:6CENSUS: 5DATE:
04/29/2026
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Marianne AlfaroTIME COMPLETED:
11:00 AM
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Staff did not provide adequate supervision
Staff did not ensure the facility is free of insects
INVESTIGATION FINDINGS:
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ramon Serrano conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver complaint investigation findings. LPA introduced himself and stated the purpose of the visit with Assistant Manager Marianne Alfaro.

On April 1, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Serrano conducted an unannounced complaint visit to the facility to investigate allegations regarding inadequate supervision and concerns about pests inside the building.

Upon arrival, LPA knocked on the front door and was greeted by a staff member who stated they would bring the manager. LPA waited several minutes before the manager arrived at the door. The manager apologized for the delay and stated that they had been sleeping. The manager appeared disheveled, was barefoot, and was dressed in a long T shirt. LPA explained the purpose of the visit, and the manager escorted LPA throughout the facility.During the walkthrough, the manager stated that one client’s room was currently being treated for bed bugs, which explained why the room had no furniture at the time.
Substantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Robyn Clark
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ramon Serrano
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
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

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR. #109
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: JOY'S HOMECARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 374601232
VISIT DATE: 04/29/2026
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As LPA continued the tour, they entered a second client room and observed a fast food bag on the floor. When LPA moved the bag, multiple live cockroaches were found inside. LPA also observed general clutter and poor cleanliness in the room.

LPA interviewed Client 1 (C1), who lives in that room. C1 stated that although they do not currently have bed bugs, they regularly see cockroaches and have also seen rodents inside the facility. LPA then spoke with Client 2 (C2), who has lived at the facility for approximately two weeks. C2 stated they had not yet observed any pests in their room. LPA interviewed Client 3 (C3), who reported seeing cockroaches, bed bugs, and rats in various parts of the facility. C3 also stated that the manager is often in their room during the day and becomes upset or yells when clients knock on their door to request their medications or assistance.

LPA interviewed an outside source who works with clients in the facility and has visited the building on multiple occasions. The outside source stated that the facility is filthy and has significant pest issues, including bed bugs, cockroaches, and rats. The outside source also reported that one client’s adult day program had instructed them not to attend due to an ongoing bed bug problem at the facility. Additionally, the outside source shared that clients have told them the manager spends extended periods inside their room and becomes angry or yells when clients approach the door for help. LPA interviewed a source that works closely with the facility including the staff and clients. They stated that the facility has had a pest issue for over 3 years. The source further stated that the Facility Manager is often in their room and not supervising the clients in care.

Based on the observations during the visit—including live cockroaches found in a client’s room—and the consistent statements from clients and outside sources, there is sufficient evidence to show that the facility did not provide adequate supervision. Additionally, visible evidence of cockroaches, confirmed reports of bed bugs and rodents, and statements regarding clients being barred from external programs due to pests support the allegation that the facility did not ensure the environment was free from insects and other pests. Based on observations, interviews, and information gathered during the investigation, both allegations are substantiated. The facility did not provide adequate supervision and did not maintain a pest free living environment as required. The report was discussed, plan of correction was jointly developed, and an exit interview was conducted with Marianne Alfaro A copy of this report, along with Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 3/22) were provided to Marianne Alfaro at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms the receipt of these documents.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Robyn Clark
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ramon Serrano
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR. #109
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: JOY'S HOMECARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 374601232
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/29/2026
Deficiency Type
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DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
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Section Cited
CCR
85065(b)
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(b) The licensee shall employ staff as necessary to ensure provision of care and supervision to meet client needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by:
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Licensee will submit a plan describing how they will ensure adequate care and supervision at all times. Plan must include:Updated staff schedule showing awake and available coverage. Staff training on supervision and communication with clients by POC due date.
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LPA observed the manager asleep during operating hours, slow to answer the door, and appearing unprepared to supervise clients. Client and outside source interviews reported the manager staying in their room for long periods. This lack of supervision presents a health and safety risk to 5 out of 5 clients in care.
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Type B
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Section Cited
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The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times for the safety and well-being of clients, employees and visitors. The licensee shall take measures to keep the facility free of flies and other insects. This requirement was not met as evidenced by:
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The licensee will have the facility professionally treated for cockroaches, rodents, and bed bugs and will submit proof of service to LPA. The licensee will begin bi-monthly pest control and implement daily sanitation checks to prevent future infestations.
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LPA observed multiple live cockroaches in a client’s room. Clients reported roaches and rodents, and staff confirmed another room was being treated for bed bugs.The presence of pests poses an immediate health and safety risk to 5 out 5clients
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Robyn Clark
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Ramon Serrano
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/29/2026
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