Senior Care Records.

Facility Evaluation Report

High Desert Haven, Ridgecrest08/06/2025Licence 157209516

Capacity154
Census69
Date signed08/11/2025 11:39:26 AM
Name of licensing program analystSarah Hurt
Name of licensing program managerBrenda Chan
The inspector’s account

Licensing Program Analysts LPA’s Shawna Doucette and Sarah Hurt arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Case Management visit. LPA’s met with Administrator Linda Poythress.

On 7/31/2025, at approximately 9:00am, Resident 1 and Resident 2 were observed in a verbal altercation. As Staff went to redirect both residents, Resident 1 made physical contact with Resident 2. Resident 1 was observed falling backwards and landing on their rear. Resident 2 was immediately escorted away from the scene. Resident 1 stated their left hip and left leg were hurting. EMS was notified. POA, daughter of Resident 1, was notified. EMS transported Resident 1 to Ridgecrest Regional Hospital for further evaluation. Facility Wellness Director and facility Administrator Linda Poythress were notified. Based on the update from Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, Resident 1 was diagnosed with a broken hip and taken into surgery later in the day.

No deficiencies cited. Please see complaint control #24-AS-20250625124618 as facility was cited on 08/06/2025 for substantiated allegation related to resident Care and Supervision.

Exit interview conducted with Administrator Linda Poythress. A copy of this report along with appeals rights provided.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction