The LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and community is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.

Kitchen: The facility had a sufficient supply of two-day perishable and seven-day nonperishable food at the time of the visit. Food is prepared based on the resident’s diets. The menu was posted and the facility offers an alternate menu. Facility uses Cisco Foods for food deliveries, and delivery takes place twice a week. Snacks and beverages are available for residents.

Common Areas: The facility is a three-story building, and it also has a basement level. There are resident rooms on all three floors, units are designated for assisted living residents on all three floors and a separate unit on the first floor is designated for residents in the memory care unit. Upon entry to the facility, there is a central entry point for symptom screening and temperature checks for residents, staff, and visitors. Staff were observed wearing appropriate face coverings throughout the visit. In addition, the LPA observed hands-free hand sanitizer interspersed throughout the common grounds.

There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards throughout the facility. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 73 degrees Fahrenheit. There are fire extinguishers throughout the facility, which were charged and last serviced 2/2022. Planned activities are offered. Activity schedule is posted throughout the facility. The LPA observed staff engaging residents in group activities. All activity rooms and common spaces appeared clean and in good repair.

Outside areas: The LPA observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. There is a locked pool with appropriate gating. Parking is available for residents and visitors.

Infection Control: During today’s visit, the LPA spoke with the Executive Director regarding the community's infection control practices. The LPA encouraged the Executive Director to create a centralized location with COVID-19 signs that promoted hand hygiene, physical distancing, and cough/sneeze etiquette. The community has an adequate supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and is able to obtain additional supplies. The community's cleaning protocol is sufficient. This facility has records of staff and resident vaccinations. If needed, the facility has the capacity to designate isolation zones if there is a confirmed case of COVID-19. The facility has previously managed COVID-19 active cases and the facility complied with all requirements set forth by the local health department and licensing. Staff are up to date regarding guidelines pertaining to visitation and vaccine requirements. The community's policies and procedures pertaining to infection control were adequate.

The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809-D.) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.