Senior Care Records.

Complaint Investigation Report

Discovery Commons Whittier, Whittier01/23/2024Licence 198603222

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Date signed01/23/2024 03:10:10 PM
Name of licensing program analystAngelica Rea
Name of licensing program managerLisa Hicks
The inspector’s account

LPA spoke to LACDPH nurse who stated that they conducted an investigation into an outbreak of Rash/Scabies at the facility. LPA obtained information that there were a total of 10 cases reported, the first onset was in August 2023, and the last onset was in November 2023. LPA obtained a copy of the outbreak site clearance notification dated 12/19/23, which was provided to the facility. The facility failed to report the scabies outbreak to community care licensing as required.

Based on record review and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Deficiencies are being cited according to California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and Health and Safety Code.

An exit interview was conducted with Mr. Castillo.

A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.

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