Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Katie Brown and Jimmy Duarte arrived unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPAs met with and explained the reason for the visit with Administrator (AD) Rochelle Balaban

During this visit, LPAs toured the facility inside & out. Resident rooms and common areas were clean, in good repair and contained required equipment, furnishings and lighting. LPAs observed required items in bathrooms (including shower mats & grab bars) which were clean with hot water measuring between 105 and 108 degrees. LPAs observed hygiene items, paper products, towels, extra bedding, and linens which were stored and available for use. The kitchen was found to be clean, in good repair with necessary items and appliances. LPAs observed required food supply, emergency food, water, and paper products. Medications are centrally stored in locked medication carts on each floor. Doors and passageways are unobstructed throughout the facility including outdoors. First aid kits contained required items.

LPAs walked the outdoors to find the grounds well-kept with clear walkways with sitting areas. The in ground pool was gated and locked as required. Fire extinguishers were charged and serviced on 3/5/25 by Independent Fire Co. Bakersfield Fire Department conducted fire safety, sprinkler system and boiler system inspection 1/25/25. LPAs conducted resident and staff file reviews as well as a medication audit. Emergency/ Disaster and Infection Control procedures and requirements were reviewed during the inspection.

Deficiencies are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations on the attached LIC 809-D in the areas of: Hospice Care for Terminally Ill Residents , Incidental Medical and Dental Care , Oxygen Administration and Storage Space and Access - See LIC809C for continuation of this report