Facility Evaluation Report, 09/16/2025 — Saddleback FMJ II Elderly Care Home, Mission Viejo CA

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Clemencia Vaszquez followed by Administrator (Admin) Jose Jimenez after stating the reason for the visit. The administrator's certificate for Jose Jimenez expires on January 27, 2025.

The following was observed during the inspection:

This is a two story property located in a residential neighborhood. Facility operates within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. LPA observed three residents in care with no residents receiving hospice service. LPA observed two caregivers on duty and verified fingerprint clearance and association statuses. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage as well as the second floor which is occupied by the licensee which consists of three bedrooms and one bath. The first floor is designated for the residents which consists of three resident bedrooms and one and a half resident bathrooms. LPA observed the residents' bedrooms were appropriately furnished, beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and sufficient storage space for each residents' personal belongings were observed. All bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, and operational. The hot water temperature measured at 106.1 and 106.5 degrees Fahrenheit in the resident bathrooms. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. LPA observed the outdoor passageway is free of obstruction. The exit gate was operational and there were sufficient seating and shading. The fire extinguisher was mounted, charged, and serviced on January 27, 2025. The auditory devices and smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational on both floors.