Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samer Haddadin conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility. Upon arrival, LPA met with staff member Jessica Hernandez, explained the purpose of the visit, and conducted a tour of the interior and exterior areas of the facility. Licensee Mareties Pontoy arrived shortly thereafter.The facility is a one-story residence consisting of four resident bedrooms, three resident bathrooms, a kitchen and dining area, living room, backyard, laundry room, storage room, and a detached two-car garage. Resident bedrooms were observed to be furnished with beds, chairs, clean linens, and provided sufficient storage space. Rooms were free of obstructions and tripping hazards.All manual smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and exit alarms were tested and found to be operational. Bathrooms were in good condition and equipped with grab bars for resident safety. However, hot water temperatures measured between 130.9°F and 128.6°F, which exceeds the regulatory limit. A deficiency is being cited in relation to this observation.The facility maintained the required minimum of a two-day supply of perishable food and a seven-day supply of non-perishable food. Kitchen appliances were clean and in working condition. All chemicals, knives, and sharp objects were observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care.Fire extinguishers were fully charged with indicators in the green zone; however, the inspection tag showed an outdated service date of February 17, 2025. Medications were stored securely in a locked cart located in the staff room.LPA reviewed two resident files and corresponding medications, with no discrepancies noted. All staff and resident records contained the required documentation. The most recent quarterly fire drill was conducted on May 14, 2025, meeting regulatory expectations.The exterior of the facility was observed to be well maintained, with outdoor furniture in good repair and walkways free of tripping hazards.Based on the observations made during this inspection, deficiencies are being cited in accordance with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with the Administrator, during which a copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.