Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alberto Lopez conducted a Health and Safety check visit in response to complaint allegations. LPA was greeted by DSP Karla Enriquez who allowed entry. Administrator, Humberto Santamaria and Spouse Carmen Santamaria arrived a few minutes later and LPA explained the reason for the visit.

During the health and safety check, LPA observed several deficiencies. Four residents were observed with gait belts wrapped around the wheelchair without a quick release. LPA observed client using oxygen without a sign on the entrance and no report to provided to Fire Department. Carmen Santamaria, Spouse of Licensee stated that they have 4 residents on hospice but never notified the department of the initiation of Hospice services. Facility also failed to submit incident report(s) when resident(s) were hospitalized and death report for resident that passed away in January 2024.

California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 and Chapter 8 are being cited on the 809D exit interview held, report, citations, and appeal rights provided,