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13 | On February 11, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted a visit to deliver a copy of amended LIC9099 and LIC9099A. LPA met with Resident Services Director, Mary Anne Rodriguez and explained the purpose of the visit.
On February 11, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted a complaint visit to deliver the findings for the above allegation. LPA met with Resident Services Director, Mary Anne Rodriguez and explained the purpose of the visit.
Regarding the allegation, Licensee is not ensuring that a comfortable temperature is maintained for resident(s) in care, according to the reporting party, windows are left open and the second floor gets very cold.
During the investigation, LPA toured the first floor and second floor and observed all the windows closed, however according to the staff interviewed, the staff do open the windows on the first and second floor to eliminate odor. LPA observed thermostats on the first and second floor, however it was observed to not be working. It was stated by the administrator and staff interviewed that the facility does not have a functioning heating unit on the first and second floor and the facility uses portable heaters in the common areas. During the visit, LPA observed residents at the facility wearing heavy jackets and wrapped in blankets.
Based on the interviews conducted and observations, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be substantiated. Deficiencies of the California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC9099-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Failure to correct said deficiencies may result in additional civil penalties.
Report is reviewed with Resident Services Director, Mary Anne Rodriguez and a copy is provided with appeal rights. |